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Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦Gros-Mécatina, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front Lighthouse

The Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front light was established in 1973, with the current square pyramidal skeletal tower built the same year to replace an earlier structure from 1950. Standing 30.5 meters tall, its focal plane is 50 meters above sea level. The tower carries a rectangular orange daymark featuring a black vertical stripe. It emits a continuous green light, visible along the precise range line, offering a geographic range of 18.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a steep bluff approximately 800 meters north of La Tabatière village in Gros-Mécatina, Quebec.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for safe passage into Baie de la Tabatière, particularly for fishing vessels and supply ships navigating the intricate coastal waters of the Lower North Shore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
18.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1973

Significant events: Station established 1950, current tower built 1973

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30.5m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower carrying a rectangular orange daymark with a black vertical stripe

Location

City
Gros-Mécatina
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
guides vessels into Baie de la Tabatière, located on a steep bluff about 800 m north of La Tabatière, a village in the municipality of Gros-Mécatina
Latitude
50.8347°
Longitude
-58.9684°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Daniels Harbour(63.6 km)
Admiralty No.
H1891.2
NGA No.
2856
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front displays the characteristic F Green. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Saint-Augustin at 26.8 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baie de la Tabatière Outer Range Front Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.